NauticEd Ranks and Levels

Increasing Rank

A NauticEd rank is a designation within the NauticEd sailing education system that signifies a sailor’s level of competency, based on a combination of theoretical knowledge, practical training, and recorded sailing experience. The ranks help in charting your progress as a sailor and are recognized in the sailing community.

Here are the key ranks within the NauticEd system and how you can progress through them:

1. **Crew Rank**

– Aimed at beginners, this rank is for those who want to be competent crew members.
– Progression: Complete the Crew Member course and gain practical experience.
– With Verified Competence: demonstrate the practical skills to a NauticEd Instructor/Assessor

2. **Skipper Rank (Small Keelboat or Large Keelboat)**

– This rank is for those who can skipper a sailboat.
– Progression: Complete the Skipper course (for small or large keelboats as per your interest), and log sailing experience.
– With Verified Competence: demonstrate the practical skills to a NauticEd Instructor/Assessor

3. **Bareboat Charter Master Rank**

– This rank is for those who want to charter sailboats or lead sailing vacations.
– Progression: Complete advanced courses like the Bareboat Charter Master course, and log a minimum of 50 sailing days in your history.
– With Verified Competence: demonstrate the practical skills to a NauticEd Instructor/Assessor

4. **Captain Rank**

– This is an advanced rank for those who want to undertake long-distance and offshore sailing.
– Progression: Complete the Offshore Captain course along with other advanced courses, log extensive sailing experience – a minimum of 50 days.
– With Verified Competence: demonstrate the appropriate practical skills to a NauticEd Instructor/Assessor

To progress through these ranks:

**Complete Online Courses:** Start with the online courses relevant to the rank you’re aiming for. These courses are comprehensive and cover various aspects of sailing.

Your courses are in your Curriculum  (sign-in required)

**Practical Training** Participate in on-the-water training through NauticEd-affiliated schools. Practical skills are crucial for rank advancement.

**Log Sailing Days** Use NauticEd’s electronic logbook to record your sailing days. More advanced ranks require more logged sailing days.

**Pass Assessments** Demonstrate your competence through tests and practical assessments.

**Continuous Learning** Keep learning and gaining experience. Sailing is a skill where there is always more to learn, and continuous practice is vital.

The progression through these ranks is not just about meeting specific requirements but also about gaining confidence, competence, and a deep understanding and love for sailing. Each rank you achieve marks a significant milestone in your sailing journey.